San Buenaventura SB

San Buenaventura State Beach

Phone Number

(805) 968-1033

Park Hours

7:00 a.m. to Sunset

Driving Directions to San Buenaventura SB

The entrance is located west of Hwy 1. From northbound Hwy 1, take Exit 68 toward South Seaward Av, turn left onto South Seaward Av, then turn right onto Pierpoint Bl. From southbound Hwy 1, take Exit 68 for Seaward Av. Continue west to onto Monmouth Wy.

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Online reservations are not available for this park.

Upcoming Park Events

No events scheduled at this moment.

This beach features swimming, surfing and picnicking. The beach has two miles of sandy beach, sand dunes, picnic sites, and a parking lot. The Jolly Oyster and Wheel Fun Rentals are located on-site, offering visitors food service and bike rentals. Bike trails connect other nearby beaches. The beach is the site for a number of special events, such as weddings, triathlons, and volleyball tournaments. The 1,700-foot pier has a snack bar, restaurant and bait shop.

Important Information

Click on Bike Path for details on closures and alternative routes while we repave.

Please Note: For the current status of this park, please call (805) 968-1033.

Beach condition advisory: This past winter, storms and high waves eroded much of the sand on the beach at this park, exposing cobble rocks, particularly south of the pier. The beach area with the most sand is next to the main day-use parking lot.

Notice: For the latest Ocean Water Quality Advisory click here or call Ventura County's Environmental Health Hotline at (805) 662-6555.

Location-Directions

The beach is in the city of Ventura. The entrance is on San Pedro Street off Highway 101.

Special Events

Are you looking for a memorable wedding or event location with gorgeous ocean views?
Arrange for special events by emailing Tyson.Butzke@parks.ca.gov or call our office at (805) 585-1850. We also work closely with the film commission for your filming needs.

Interested in the Junior Lifeguard Program? Click here.

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